American Bachelor in Psychology

American Bachelor in Psychology

Psychology is one of the most popular majors worldwide. Not only is this one of the most fascinating and dynamic fields of science, but it also provides a springboard for a wide range of opportunities for graduate study and exciting career choices.

The aim of the Psychology Bachelors Degree program is to provide students with a solid foundation in science as well as practical experience in all the major fields of psychology. Psychology is a very wide field of disciplines, and the program must prepare students for the variety of potential career paths available.
 
The Psychology Major involves a broad overview of a wide range of psychological topics. The foundation includes courses from the most important branches within the discipline, and gives students a thorough knowledge and background in the issues and theories of modern psychological thought. The focus on scientific and biological components gives students experience in critical thinking, analysis and integration of scientific theory and practice.

The specialized courses provide deeper insight into current issues of great concern to our modern society. Students become familiar with not just therapy and the treatment of mental illness, but also intercultural issues and family dynamics, as well as the application of psychological principles to the business environment. To better prepare students for their future, we offer two 'tracks' in psychology where students can specialize. A Graduate School Track prepares students for advanced study in Clinical Psychology as well as research oriented programs in Cognition, Neuropsychology, Health and other important areas. Our Industrial/Work track allows students to gain more practical knowledge of applied psychology while also gaining a solid understanding of business through integration of relevant business classes.

The Primary Goals of Graduate School Track:
Provide the necessary background to continue studies at the graduate level. 80% of graduates have chosen to continue their studies to earn a Master's or Doctoral Degree and have been accepted to top universities around the world

The Primary Goals of the Industrial/Work Track:
Develop the necessary skills to apply their studies in the job market. 20% of our graduates have entered the job market directly in exciting careers applying psychology in the business environment.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS REQUIRING STUDENT VISA FOR THE CZECH REPUBLIC:

The prospective student must submit by post:
- A completed and signed UNYP application form
- A certified copy of the High School Diploma
- English language score – TOEFL, IELTS or FCE – a certified copy of the certificate
- A Motivation Letter written in English
- A Recommendation Letter written in English
- A certified copy of the passport
- 4 recent passport-size photographs
- An application fee (non-refundable) of CZK 2000 (about USD 100)

All documents must be in the original language with an official translation into English.
Photocopies must be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, public notary or an attorney

- After the admissions coordinator reviews the student’s file and finds it in good standing, a phone interview is scheduled with the relevant Head of the Department.
 
- If the prospective student is accepted by the department head they will receive a contract.
 
- The prospective student sends back the signed contract and then obtains the details for the bank wire transfer:

a) Payment of tuition and fees:

- American Bachelor’s program: 1 year tuition and fees / 30 credits = 10 courses - CZK 180 500, approximately 9000 USD)

- European Bachelor’s program: 1 year tuition and fees (CZK 140.000; approximately 7000 USD)

- Master’s Programs – 50% of total program tuition

b) Accommodation Letter (required for the visa) CZK 2000 (approximately 100 USD, non-refundable)

- Once the tuition payment is received, UNYP will issue the Accommodation Letter and Official Acceptance Letter – the documents required for the visa application.

- The student applies for a Czech student visa (this can take up to 3 months)

The Admission Office needs to be informed as soon as the student receives the final status of the visa application.

A liberal arts education combined with a major in psychology opens a wide range of potential career choices. This can be seen in the choices of our UNYP psychology alumni. Many entered graduate school Master's and Doctoral programs in psychology and have been accepted to top universities in the Czech Republic, the USA, and across Europe, including for example, Cambridge University in England, indicating our students are fully prepared for the rigors of even the best graduate schools. Other students chose to enter the workforce directly, and our alumni can be found in diverse positions; from trainers in top management consulting firms and human resource managers in major international companies to counselors working with troubled children in orphanages or working for the European Union on issues of cultural diversity. Still others are successfully pursuing advanced degrees in related fields such as Sociology, Adult Education, Politics or Public Relations. With such a wide variety of future possibilities, a bachelors degree in psychology helps keep all your options open when it comes time to make a career decision, and your experience with the wide range of courses offered in the major can help you to make sure that decision the right one for you.